Curried White Bean Dip Food

WHITE BEAN DIP

Steps:

• For the beans: Put the beans in a bowl and cover with cold water by 3 inches above the top of the beans. Let soak overnight.
• Strain the beans, discarding the soaking liquid. Place them in a pot and cover with water by 3 inches above the top of the beans. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat and let cook until the beans are tender, 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes. Strain and let cool.
• For the dip: Bring 1/2 cup water and 1 tablespoon olive oil to a boil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, onion and a pinch of salt and simmer until the water reduces down and the onions become translucent and tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the beans and heat until they become warm.
• Meanwhile, add the Worcestershire, vinegar, garlic powder, paprika, hot sauce, 4 tablespoons olive oil and some salt to a food processor. Transfer the bean mixture to the food processor. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and another pinch of salt. Puree the beans until smooth. Add more oil if needed for taste or texture. Taste for seasoning. Serve with vegetables or crackers.

CURRIED WHITE BEAN DIP

Steps:

• In a food processor, combine the beans, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, curry powder, cumin, salt, cayenne pepper, garlic and lemon zest. Blend until smooth. Season with salt. Pour the dip into a serving bowl and serve with Whole Wheat Pita Chips alongside.
• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cut each pita bread into 8 wedges. Arrange on a baking sheet and drizzle with the olive oil. Sprinkle with the salt and pepper and bake until crisp and golden, 12 to 15 minutes.

AVOCADO AND WHITE BEAN DIP

Steps:

• To a food processor, add the cannellini beans, avocados, lemon juice and salt. Process until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula as needed. Add the basil and pulse to incorporate. Serve alongside cut vegetables and toasted bread.

CURRIED WHITE BEAN DIP

Steps:

• In a food processor, combine the beans, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, curry powder, cumin, salt, cayenne pepper, garlic and lemon zest. Blend until smooth. Season with salt.
• Pour the dip into a serving bowl and serve with Whole Wheat Pita Chips alongside.
• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Cut each pita bread into 8 wedges. Arrange on a baking sheet and drizzle with the olive oil. Sprinkle with the salt and pepper and bake until crisp and golden, 12 to 15 minutes.

WHITE BEAN DIP

Steps:

• In a food processor, combine the beans, roasted garlic, olive oil and lemon juice and process until smooth. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley leaves and serve with your favorite vegetables.

CURRIED WHITE BEAN DIP

Steps:

• In small skillet, heat oil, garlic, curry powder, and 1 tsp grated lemon zest until garlic is fragrant, about 2 min.
• Transfer to mini food processor along with white beans, lemon juice, salt, and pepper and puree until smooth.
• Transfer to bowl, drizzle with additional oil, and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with toasted pita, cucumbers, and peppers for dipping.

LIGHTER CREAMY WHITE BEAN DIP

Steps:

• Combine the cottage cheese, vinegar, thyme, beans, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a food processor. Puree until smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Chill 30 minutes to 1 hour.
• Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with the olive oil, sprinkle with the paprika and garnish with chives.

CURRIED CARROT BEAN DIP

Steps:

• In a covered medium saucepan, cook carrots in a small amount of boiling water about 15 minutes or until very tender. Drain.
• Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook onion and garlic in hot oil until tender. Stir in curry powder and cumin. Transfer carrots and onion mixture to a food processor; add white kidney beans and salt. Cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl; cover and chill for 4 hours to 3 days. Tote spread, vegetable dippers (if using), and sliced green onion (if using) in an insulated cooler with ice packs. Tote crackers, melba toast, and French bread slices (if using) in an airtight container.
• To serve, garnish with green onion. Serve with crackers, melba toast, toasted French bread slices, or vegetable dippers.
• Makes 3 cups spread.